Protect Yourself from Identity TheftDid you know that an estimated 9.9 million Americans were
victims of identity theft in 2004? Typically, it takes 14 months before a victim
discovers identity theft—then it can take years to resolve.

Stay Safe Online

NEVER trust urgent e-mails that require you to enter confidential information or promise money for completing a survey.

NEVER respond to e-mails that ask for your account number, credit card number or other personal information.

NEVER access the Credit Union's or any other site from a link provided in an e-mail.

ALWAYS keep passwords and other personal information confidential and change passwords at least every three months.

ALWAYS keep your internet browser software up to date and use an anti-virus and anti-spam product.

ALWAYS report any suspicious email to the oraganization's customer support department immediately.

Don’t become identity theft’s next
victimThere are simple precautions that will keep your identity
safe. We've provided information as a courtesy to assist you in protecting yourself
from identity fraud and other criminal activities. Review the links and information
on this page to learn how to protect your personal and financial information.

Contact the fraud departments of any one of the three
major credit bureaus to place a fraud alert on your credit file. The fraud alert
requests creditors to contact you before opening any new accounts or making any
changes to your existing accounts. As soon as the credit bureau confirms your
fraud alert, the other two credit bureaus will be automatically notified to place
fraud alerts, and all three credit reports will be sent to you at no cost.
Credit
Bureaus:Experian , Equifax and Trans
Union

Close the accounts that you know or believe have been
tampered with or opened fraudulently.

File a police report. Get a copy of the report to submit
to your creditors and others that may require proof of the crime.

File
your complaint with the FTC. The FTC maintains a database of identity
theft cases used by law enforcement agencies for investigations. Filing a complaint
also helps us learn more about identity theft and the problems victims are having
so that we can better assist you.